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Saint Bernard MDRRMC permits some barangays to return to their homes, others advised to remain at evacuation centers

By R.G. CADAVOS, PIA Southern Leyte
 Janaury 17, 2011

SOUTHERN LEYTE  –  Based on the recommendation from Saint Bernard Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council Disaster Analysis Committee after the fair observation of a fair weather conditions and site visit, Public Information Committee chair Jane Araneta reported that there are some barangays that can return to their homes.

At least 13 barangays are permitted to return, effective January 15, 2011, namely: Ma. Socorro, Catmon, Libas, Mahayahay, Tambis 2, Carnaga, Ma. Asuncion, Himbangan, Panian, Malibago except Purok Paradise , Mahayag except Purok 1 and 4, Himbatngon and the Barangay of Tambis 1, Araneta disclosed in a report sent to PIA, Saturday.

Though, the above-mentioned barangays are still advised to be alert and to continue monitor the rain gauges, she added.

Meanwhile, the rest of the barangays were advised to remain in the evacuation centers or safe areas until further notice from the proper authorities, Araneta said, and added that MDRRMC proposed for some areas in barangays Tabon-tabon, Mahayag, Tambis 1 and Sitio Ma Socorro of Barangay San Isidro for permanent relocation.

Aerial assessment of the municipality was conducted together with the local government unit, Philippine Air Force and the Philippine Army, Araneta revealed. While the data gathered will be utilized as basis for the next MDRRMC’s course of action relevant to the present and post-disaster response operations, it will also be used to help the continued efforts in preparedness and mitigating measures, she added.

As of this writing, updated number of evacuated families counted to 428, or a total of 1,875 individuals.

Through Miss Araneta, the locality expressed its sincerest gratitude to all the people who became part of the operations since the beginning of the tragedy that hit the area, January 2, 2011 and up to the present, especially those organizations, government and non-government agencies, individuals who had tirelessly with the MDRRMC and are still working with the municipality.  She also promised to continue send updates of the ongoing and rehabilitation operations.